Nursing Q/A for Nurses and Students

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Nurse Beth

Is this fair? PAs Receive Wage Increase But Not NPs

Hello Nurse Beth, Had a change in compensation as an APP to experience base pay which benefitted all the PAs in my group but not the Nurse Practitioners...

Nurse Beth

Pakistan nurse wants to relocate abroad

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello, I am a registered nurse in Pakistan, hold master degree in nursing MAN from UPOU Philippines, BSN from UCLAN UK, Diploma in general nursing, post basic...

General Nursing

Falsely Reported by Disgruntled Former Employer: What do I do to p…

by StefanieM254

I would consider myself pretty seasoned. Ive been a nurse since 2007 and Ive done mostly home health which I feel is my niche. I went to work for another...

Nurse Beth

Lost Job Because LPNs are Not Allowed in Oncology Clinic

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I was hired as an LPN 4 months ago in an Oncology clinic with a Hospital. I was told yesterday that I will not be allowed to practice as an...

Nurse Beth

If I'm fired, can I exclude it from my resume?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I nodded off on my job and the clients family reported me as sleeping. I was removed from the case and most likely will be fired. Where do I...

Recovery

Malpractice Insurance for Nurses on Probation

by blackpear1981-MSN

Does anyone know of any companies that will offer malpractice insurance if you have a discipline on your license?

General Nursing

Any advice for anxious and socially awkward new nurses?

by Sweetme2

Im a brand new nurse. Im on week 6 of my 8 week orientation on a cardiac tele floor. I admit, I am a slow and visual learner. It might take more than 5 times...

General Nursing

Seeking Nurse Mentor: Anyone willing to connect?

by BeatsPerMinute, BSN, RN

Hi there, Ive been a nurse for 9 years (mostly adult ICU, pre/intra op/ post op). I have personal mentors who are very successful and experienced, however,...

Nurse Beth

Fired for sleeping on the job

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I was working as a private duty nurse and the patients family found me nodding off while the patient was napping. The family reported me as...

Nurse Beth

Should I be worried about transfer from unaccredited school?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I have RN degree from unaccredited school and now I want to go for BSN at Keiser University in Tampa. If I graduated from Keiser University,...

Nurse Beth

Should I take a $9.00 cut in pay for new job?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello Nurse Beth, RN looking for some advice on a job offer. I currently work in Home Health using my own vehicle working in my local county with a pretty...

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Why am I being singled out and not offered extra shifts?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I work as a per diem in a department that I formerly worked full time and had been promoted to lead RN. I changed my status to per diem and had worked...

Nurse Beth

New grad needs help findsing job in Texas

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello Nurse Beth, I just finished my nursing studies and Im eager to start working. But heres the thing: Im not sure where to find nursing jobs. Anybody out...

Nurse Beth

As an LVN with a long absence, how do I return to nursing?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, What should I do as an LVN, to return to nursing after a long absence? My license is current & active in California.

Nurse Beth

Will other nurses look down on me as a direct entry MSN with no ex…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello Nurse Beth, Do you think that I would be looked down at by other nurses if starting my nursing career after completing my direct entry MSN program? Im...

Nurse Beth

Help! I can't get a job with my criminal convictions.

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I cant find a job with my recent criminal convictions and I really need help or some direction. I had a horrible year due to an ex boyfriend...

Nurse Beth

RN from India asks "Do I have to pass CGFNS too?"

by Nurse Beth, MSN

I have NCLEX RN pass . I am from india. to practice as a RN in u.s.a I need to pass CGFNS exam too??? only NCLRX RN pass candidate which state is allowing...

Nurse Beth

Is it a bad move for a new grad to work in LTAC?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hi Nurse Beth, I am a newly graduated ADN RN and just got my license in the end of July. I applied for nurse residencies and staff nurse positions but havent...

Nurse Beth

Will I have to deal with bodily fluids in an MSN program?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello, Im an international student and I found nursing programs that are direct entry MSN so your bachelors degree can be any subject. I have Aspergers and...

Management

Negotiating Salaries

by PPbookworm

Hi all! I am a new to management coming from charge nurse PP nurse! Ive been interviewing for an assistant nurse manager position and Im fairly certain Ill get...

Nurse Beth

What is the best way for an LPN to become an RN?

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, What is the best way for an adult LPN to become an RN? I am 41 years old. Ive been in the military. But Ive been a nurse since 2005. Ive been...

Nurse Beth

Supervisors made fun of me behind my back

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello Nurse Beth, I was made fun of by supervisors behind my back when I complained about unsafe staffing!

Nurse Beth

Why do I have to take the EKG arrhythmia test if I took it 8 month…

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Hello Nurse Beth, Im a travel RN in CA and I have been working for KP on and off since 2019 but steadily for the last 2 years. If I took the EKG rhythm...

Nurse Beth

CNA is driving me crazy...help!

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, I have been a nurse for around 26 years. I currently work in LTC which has become extremely stressful due to post-Covid nursing shortages. One...

Been an RN for 20 yrs, can't take anymore

Nurse Beth

Been an RN for 20 years, can't take anymore

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Dear Nurse Beth, At a loss, big decision to be made. Have been acute care nurse for 20 years. Im 58 y/o. Simply put, I can no longer be an acute RN . My...